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Rangers are close to agreeing a deal to secure Shanghai Port's Kevin Muscat as their new head coach, but personal terms and other issues have still to be finalised.

England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford signs a new contract at Everton that will keep him at the club until the summer of 2029.

Aston Villa confirm no away fans will be permitted to attend the Europa League match at Villa Park against Maccabi Tel Aviv in November.

About 75 fans watched Jonjo Shelvey's debut in the third tier of the United Arab Emirates - but he says he has not moved for money.

Sheffield Wednesday could "imminently" be served with a winding-up petition over £1m they owe to HMRC, reports BBC Radio Sheffield.

BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton takes on Aya and Addison from CBBC football drama Jamie Johnson FC with his predictions for this weekend's Premier League fixtures.

As Manchester United search for back-to-back wins, BBC Sport looks at why their next four games could be key for Ruben Amorim.

This season has seen the further rise of the inverted winger and the decline of the traditional wide-man in the Premier League - is it leading to a less exciting game?

England striker Michelle Agyemang is nominated for Golden Girl, while nine Premier League players are named on the shortlist for the Golden Boy award.